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The New York City Commission on Women's Issues (formerly the Commission on the Status of Women) was established by Mayoral Executive Order in 1975 as an advisory body to the Mayor on matters impacting the lives of New York City women. The Mayor has issued a new Executive Order re-affirming the importance of this Commission to the work of his administration. Its mission is to analyze issues such as: health, childcare and economic development, take action, develop programs and to serve as a catalyst for needed change. The Commission will make recommendations to the Mayor for legislative or executive action for changes in public policy to improve the lives of women. The Commission will educate the public and help strengthen the network of organizations in the public and private sectors working to expand career and other opportunities for women.
The Commission's membership is drawn from all sectors of the New York City population and is representative of individuals from a variety of fields and professions. The Commission consists of a Chair and no less than thirty Commissioners appointed by the Mayor. The Commission also includes the Commissioner of the New York City Commission on Human Rights and the past Chairs of the Commission who serve as ex-officio, non-voting members. Commissioners serve three-year terms without compensation. An Executive Director, appointed by the Mayor, serves as the City Hall liaison to the Commission assisting in the coordination and implementation of the Commission's programs and activities.
Commission supported research and programs are funded through its not-for-profit corporation, The Mayors Fund to Advance New York City.
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